Side Effects Of Melatonin Supplements

May Thin The Blood

Melatonin supplements may thin the blood, and they are known to interact with anticoagulants such as acetylsalicylic acid, warfarin, and heparin. Patients who are at risk of stomach bleeding, including adults over sixty-five years old, should check with their doctor about if they can use melatonin. Individuals who take anticoagulants should ask their doctor before starting melatonin, and they should also have their pharmacist check their current medication list for potential drug interactions. If the blood is thinned too much, patients could experience easy bruising or nosebleeds, and it is important to mention these to a doctor. Patients should seek emergency medical attention if they have bleeding they cannot stop or if they notice blood in their stool or vomit.